Tkach I. Philosophy of social work: anthropologic dimension

The thesis is dedicated to systematization of notions applying in social work in Ukraine. Fundamental bases and principles of philosophic anthropology on social work within information society are revealed. Philosophic context of social work is fixed. Historical milestones of origin and progress in social work as humanistic professional activity are analysed. Social and philosophic characteristics of "social work" concept, its nature, content, structure and form are clarified. Civil demand for social work within the modern society is analysed. Trends of transforming in social work infrastructure and changes in its priorities are investigated. The theoretical concept put forward in the thesis will become a basis for changes, modification and optimization in social work and its institutional infrastructure, will serve to overcome causes of social negations and prevent existing effects.